As we continue to look at increasing awareness around domestic violence, it is important to highlight communities that often overlooked. Today, we turn our focus to the LGBTQIA+ community. Research indicates that the prevalence of intimate partner violence among the LGBTQIA+ community is as high or higher than the general population. However, unlike the general … Continue reading Domestic Abuse and the LGBTQIA+ Community
Types of Abuse and Associated Characteristics
Domestic violence does not follow a linear pattern of progression. Instead, it consists of a number of behaviors that are likely to repeat and maybe even worsen over time. WHAT IS DEFINED AS ABUSE? Abuse can look like a number of things, not all physical. Emotional Abuse Emotional abuse is used by abusers to attack … Continue reading Types of Abuse and Associated Characteristics
Domestic Abuse Among Intimate Partners – Patterns & Signs
Harm done within the four walls of a home environment is more common than society might realize. Physical assault is common for both women and men, with 52% of women and 66% of men facing assault in their lifetime. Yet, another problem presents itself. Intimate partner abuse, also called domestic abuse, for women rises at … Continue reading Domestic Abuse Among Intimate Partners – Patterns & Signs
Resources for Neurodiversity Awareness Month
Want to learn more about neurodiversity? Awesome! Not sure where to look? Look here! While this blog post won’t have everything you need to know about neurodiversity, I hope I can give you a few key takeaways as well as some new resources to help you on your journey to learn more and support Neurodiversity … Continue reading Resources for Neurodiversity Awareness Month
Signs of a Narcissistic Parent
The DSM-5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) criteria for Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) captures the core of narcissism (entitlement, grandiosity, lack of empathy, excessive need for validation, overall deep insecurity, etc.). However, it does not offer much guidance in easily identifying signs of narcissism in daily life, especially in parenting. Due to the complicated nature of NPD, signs can … Continue reading Signs of a Narcissistic Parent
Neurodiversity & Neurotypicality
In this world, there are two types of brains. Those brains are 1) neurotypical and 2) neurodivergent. The spectrum of neurotypes is how our brains function and process reality. Neurotypical brains make up the majority of the population, while neurodivergent brains are the minority. Although neurodivergent means that it is divergent from what is typical … Continue reading Neurodiversity & Neurotypicality
Questioning the “Norm”: Celebrating our neurodivergent population
Research shows that 10-20% of the global population is considered neurodivergent. That number only includes those with the resources and ability to be assessed. Despite a significant number of individuals identifying as neurodivergent, school systems, work environments, and social expectations do not account for this difference. A lot of the time, these societal systems are … Continue reading Questioning the “Norm”: Celebrating our neurodivergent population
Why Talk About Suicide?
Suicide is a real problem, but it’s a problem that is preventable. Suicide generally occurs when feelings and thoughts like hopelessness and helplessness are stronger than the person’s resources, coping skills, and belief that their life is worth living. As a therapist, our job is to help people gain resources and skills as well as … Continue reading Why Talk About Suicide?
Signs of Suicide for You or a Loved One
Suicidal thoughts or acts are commonly brought about by inner turmoil and a lack of continuity with daily rhythms of life. Have you recently been through a traumatic event (collective or personal), have turmoil in your home, or are you going through a life transition that is new and scary? Experiences like that can leave … Continue reading Signs of Suicide for You or a Loved One
Staying Connected: Suicide Prevention Through Finding Support
The month of September draws attention to the very important topic of suicide, which is the second-leading cause of death among young adults. Struggling with suicide or self-harm is an extremely difficult experience, but is not one that you have to go through alone. An important aspect of suicide prevention is staying connected with others … Continue reading Staying Connected: Suicide Prevention Through Finding Support
